Student-Parent Support Network

Student-Parent Support Network

The Student-Parent Support Network promotes the academic success of the university’s student-parents (pregnant and parenting), offering support, resources, and community. We host monthly events and provide overall support to student-parents at UofL. More opportunities to connect will be hosted by the Student-Parent Association advised under our office. Parents come in all forms including those that have adopted, guardians, or serving as caregivers. You don’t have to be a parent to be involved and you can access a list of upcoming events at this link. 

We understand that being a student-parent can be both rewarding and challenging. We are here to support you every step of the way. Remember, you are not alone on this journey. The University of Louisville community stands with you, cheering you on as you conquer new heights. 

Questions? Email center4bae@louisville.edu or call (502)852-6656. 

Opt-in to Join the Student-Parent Support Network

Please fill out this form so we can connect you to support, resources and opportunities for student-parents including: the Student-Parent Support Network, Student-Parent Association (student-led Recognized Student Organization), scholarships, programs and more! You can opt-in to participate in the program and/or only receive communications from us. 

UofL Students: Opt In Form

At another institution? 

You can still connect with us by receiving communications and invites to virtual programming.  Opt In Form (i.e. JCTC, JCPS school, etc.)

 

Goals

  • Find success in your personal, social, academic, and professional lives.
  • Engage with programming that promotes a sense of belonging, identity development, and community.
  • Get connected to information and resources for student-parents.
  • Bring student-parent concerns to university administration.
  • Promote a family-friendly campus.

Participant Benefits 

  • Get access to the Student-Parent Support Network BlackBoard Portal (UofL Students only)
  • Celebrate your accomplishments and find support through challenges with your Center for Belonging, Access, & Engagement Success Coach.
  • Student-Parent Resource Guide including campus and community resources. 
  • Monthly communications highlighting upcoming programs, opportunities, & resources. 
  • Programming on various topics to support you academically, professionally and personally. 
  • Family friendly events to center your family 
  • Celebrate your accomplishments at the end of the year and recognition to graduating members with a Student-Parent Support Network graduation chord. 

Participant Requirements 

  • Success Coaching with the Center for Belonging, Access, & Engagement 
    • Attend at least 2 sessions per semester (Virtual options available)
  • Attend at least 2 events per semester (Virtual options available)
    • Student-Parent Success Network events and/or Center for Belonging, Access, & Engagement events
  • Pre and post survey completion
  • Winter Wonderland Program Participation (Fall semester) - Opportunity to receive holiday assistance. 
    • Will need to attend at least 2 events by given deadline to be eligible.  

 

Winter Wonderland Holiday Assistance Program 

Join us for our annual Winter Wonderland hosted by the Center for Belonging, Access, & Engagement’s Student-Parent Support Network (SPSN) in partnership with the Student-Parent Association (SPA) which provides an opportunity for currently enrolled University of Louisville student-parents to receive holiday assistance. We will host a holiday celebration in December where you can get your gifts, take family holiday photos, and celebrate! You don't have to be a member of the Student-Parent Support Network to participate.  

Deadline to apply: October 30th  

Application requirements met: November 16th. We will contact you regarding your eligibility to participate and application completion.  

Student Application  

 
To participate: 

  1. Attend at least 2 events  
  2. 1 Student-Parent Support Network event 
  3. 1 additional event (Student-Parent Support Network, Center for Belonging, Access, & Engagement or Student-Parent Association event) 
  4. Attend at least 1 Center for Belonging, Access, & Engagement Success Coaching meeting  

 

Check out our Upcoming Events  

Don't have a Center for BAE Success Coach? You can opt in to receive one to schedule a meeting.  

Questions? Email center4bae@louisville.edu or call 852-6656 

 

Sponsor a child and/or family during the holidays 

You can sponsor a child and/or an entire family (providing family/household support (toiletries, winter clothing, groceries, etc.). 

Deadline to apply: October 30th  

Sponsor Application